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{{short description|Private university in Midland, Michigan, United States}}
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'''Northwood University''' ('''NU''') is a [[private university]] focused on business education with its main campus in [[Midland, Michigan]]. Opened in 1959, more than 33,000 people have graduated from the institution.<ref name=HISTORY>[http://www.northwood.edu/aboutus/ Northwood University: About Us-History]</ref>
'''Northwood University''' ('''NU''') is a [[private university]] focused on business education with its main campus in [[Midland, Michigan]], United States. Opened in 1959, more than 33,000 people have graduated from the institution.<ref name=HISTORY>[http://www.northwood.edu/aboutus/ Northwood University: About Us-History]</ref>


==History==
==History==
Northwood University opened as Northwood Institute in 1959 by Arthur E. Turner and R. Gary Stauffer. One hundred students enrolled at the new school, which was initially located in a 19th-century mansion in [[Alma, Michigan]]. Northwood Institute moved to Midland, Michigan, in 1961.<ref name=PETE>[https://books.google.com/books?id=gUOLgwyEUKAC&pg=PA2104 Peterson's Four-Year Coilleges by Thomson Peterson, page 2101-2104, Northwood University]</ref>
Northwood University opened as Northwood Institute in 1959 by Arthur E. Turner and R. Gary Stauffer. One hundred students enrolled at the new school, which was initially located in a 19th-century mansion in [[Alma, Michigan]]. Northwood Institute moved to Midland, Michigan, in 1961.<ref name=PETE>[https://books.google.com/books?id=gUOLgwyEUKAC&pg=PA2104 Peterson's Four-Year Coilleges by Thomson Peterson, page 2101-2104, Northwood University]</ref>


The [[Society of Jesus|Jesuits]] operated a [[seminary]] known as ''West Baden College'' at the former [[West Baden Springs Hotel]], in [[Orange County, Indiana]], from 1934 until June 1964, when declining enrollment forced the closure of the facility. They sold the property to a Michigan couple, who in turn donated it to Northwood Institute, which operated a [[satellite campus]] of their business management school under the great dome on the property from 1966 until 1983, when it was closed.<ref name=RESORT>[https://www.frenchlick.com/history French Lick Resort website: History-West Baden Springs Hotel]</ref> During the same time frame during which the Indiana campus was opened, a Northwood facility was also established in Texas, which continues to serve students in the Southwest United States.
The [[Society of Jesus|Jesuits]] operated a [[seminary]] known as '''West Baden College''' at the former [[West Baden Springs Hotel]], in [[Orange County, Indiana]], from 1934 until June 1964, when declining enrollment forced the closure of the facility. They sold the property to a Michigan couple, who in turn donated it to Northwood Institute, which operated a [[satellite campus]] of their business management school, '''Northwood University-West Baden''', under the dome on the property from 1966 until 1983, when it was closed.<ref name=RESORT>[https://www.frenchlick.com/history French Lick Resort website: History-West Baden Springs Hotel]</ref> During the same time frame during which the Indiana campus was opened, a Northwood facility was also established in Texas.


[[File:NorthwoodAdmin.jpg|thumb|left|Midland's Church Family Administration building]]
[[File:NorthwoodAdmin.jpg|thumb|left|Midland's Church Family Administration building]]
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In 1982, [[David E. Fry]] became president of the school. The Florida residential campus was added and the academic curricula was expanded. The school was accredited by the [[Higher Learning Commission]].<ref name=ACCREDITED>[https://www.hlcommission.org/?option=com_directory&Action=ShowBasic&instid=1356 Higher Learning Commission]</ref>
In 1982, [[David E. Fry]] became president of the school. The Florida residential campus was added and the academic curricula was expanded. The school was accredited by the [[Higher Learning Commission]].<ref name=ACCREDITED>[https://www.hlcommission.org/?option=com_directory&Action=ShowBasic&instid=1356 Higher Learning Commission]</ref>


In 1993, the name was changed from ''Northwood Institute'' to Northwood University and The DeVos Graduate School of Management was created. A joint program with the [[Hotel Institute Montreux]] was established in 2001 to combine Swiss hospitality traditions with American management practices. The school, located in [[Montreux, Switzerland]] was Northwood University's first international venture. University College program centers were expanded for a total of 40 locations in eight states and program centers were begun in [[Bahrain]], [[People's Republic of China]], [[Sri Lanka]], and Switzerland.
In 1993, the name was changed from ''Northwood Institute'' to Northwood University and The DeVos Graduate School of Management was created. A joint program with the [[Hotel Institute Montreux]] was established in 2001 to combine Swiss hospitality traditions with American management practices. The school, located in [[Montreux, Switzerland]] was Northwood University's first international venture. University College program centers were expanded for a total of 40 locations in eight states and program centers were begun in Bahrain, China, Sri Lanka, and Switzerland.


In October 2007, [[Keith A. Pretty]] was named Northwood's third President and CEO. [[Kent MacDonald]] became president in 2019.<ref name=meet>{{cite web |last1=Beacom |first1=Ron |last2=News |first2=for the Daily |title=Meet Northwood University's new president |url=https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/Meet-Northwood-s-new-president-14375264.php |website=Midland Daily News |date=24 August 2019}}</ref>
In October 2007, [[Keith A. Pretty]] was named Northwood's third President and CEO. [[Kent MacDonald]] became president in 2019.<ref name=meet>{{cite web |last1=Beacom |first1=Ron |last2=News |first2=for the Daily |title=Meet Northwood University's new president |url=https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/Meet-Northwood-s-new-president-14375264.php |website=Midland Daily News |date=24 August 2019}}</ref>
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===Former campuses===
===Former campuses===
====Texas Knights====
====Texas Knights====
The athletic teams of Northwood University's Texas campus were called the Knights. The campus was a member of the [[National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics]] (NAIA); primarily competing in the [[Sooner Athletic Conference]] (SAC) for the 2013–14 academic year. They also competed in the [[Red River Athletic Conference]] (RRAC) from 1998–99 to 2012–13.
The athletic teams of Northwood University's Texas campus were called the Knights. The campus was located in [[Cedar Hill, Texas]], and was a member of the [[National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics]] (NAIA); primarily competing in the [[Sooner Athletic Conference]] (SAC) for the 2013–14 academic year. They also competed in the [[Red River Athletic Conference]] (RRAC) from 1998–99 to 2012–13.


Northwood–Texas competed in 13 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports included football, baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, and track & field; while women's sports included basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, and track & field.
Northwood University–Texas competed in 13 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports included football, baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, and track & field; while women's sports included basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, and track & field.


====Florida Seahawks====
====Florida Seahawks====
The athletic teams of Northwood University's Florida campus were called the Seahawks. The campus was a member of the [[National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics]] (NAIA); primarily competing in the [[Sun Conference]] (formerly known as the Florida Sun Conference (FSC) until after the 2007–08 school year) from 1994–95 to 2014–15.
The athletic teams of Northwood University's Florida campus were called the Seahawks. The campus was located in [[West Palm Beach, Florida]], and was a member of the [[National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics]] (NAIA); primarily competing in the [[Sun Conference]] (formerly known as the Florida Sun Conference (FSC) until after the 2007–08 school year) from 1994–95 to 2014–15.


Northwood–Florida competed in 12 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports included baseball, basketball, golf, soccer, and tennis; while women's sports included basketball, cheerleading, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball.
Northwood University–Florida competed in 12 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports included baseball, basketball, golf, soccer, and tennis; while women's sports included basketball, cheerleading, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball.


==Notable alumni==
==Notable alumni==
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* [[Julie Calley]], politician and former [[second lady]] from Michigan
* [[Julie Calley]], politician and former [[second lady]] from Michigan
* [[Rob Childress]], [[college baseball]] coach<ref name="InsidePitching.com Mound Visit with Rob Childress">{{cite web|url=http://www.insidepitching.com/?p=1636|publisher=InsidePitching.com| title=Mound Visit with Rob Childress|access-date=2016-05-15}}</ref>
* [[Rob Childress]], [[college baseball]] coach<ref name="InsidePitching.com Mound Visit with Rob Childress">{{cite web|url=http://www.insidepitching.com/?p=1636|publisher=InsidePitching.com| title=Mound Visit with Rob Childress|access-date=2016-05-15}}</ref>
[[File: Dick DeVos 2022.jpg | right | thumb | [[Dick DeVos]]]]
* [[Dick DeVos]], 2006 Michigan GOP gubernatorial candidate, son of [[Amway]] co-founder<ref>{{cite web|title=Outstanding Business Leaders Archives|url=http://www.northwood.edu/about/honorees/outstanding-business-leaders-archive.aspx|publisher=Northwood University|access-date=18 February 2015}}</ref>
* [[Dick DeVos]], 2006 Michigan GOP gubernatorial candidate, son of [[Amway]] co-founder<ref>{{cite web|title=Outstanding Business Leaders Archives|url=http://www.northwood.edu/about/honorees/outstanding-business-leaders-archive.aspx|publisher=Northwood University|access-date=18 February 2015}}</ref>
* [[Dan DeVos]], American businessman and sports executive<ref>{{Cite web|title=Dan DeVos|url=https://www.northwood.edu/obl/archives/1642_A|url-status=live|website=Northwood.edu}}</ref>
* [[Dan DeVos]], American businessman and sports executive<ref>{{Cite web|title=Dan DeVos|url=https://www.northwood.edu/obl/archives/1642_A|website=Northwood.edu}}</ref>
* [[Carole Gist]], [[Miss USA 1990]]
* [[Carole Gist]], [[Miss USA 1990]]
*[[Rina Harun|Rina Mohd Harun]], Malaysian politician.
*[[Rina Harun|Rina Mohd Harun]], Malaysian politician
* [[Charleston Hughes]], [[Canadian Football League]] All-Star defensive linemen and Grey Cup champion
* [[Charleston Hughes]], [[Canadian Football League]] All-Star defensive linemen and Grey Cup champion
* [[Maurice Jones (basketball)|Maurice Jones]], [[National Basketball League of Canada|NBL Canada]] player, 2017 NBL Canada Rookie of the Year
* [[Maurice Jones (basketball)|Maurice Jones]], [[National Basketball League of Canada|NBL Canada]] player, 2017 NBL Canada Rookie of the Year
* [[Jono Jumamoy|Jose Jono Jumamoy]], Former Municipal Mayor of [[Inabanga, Bohol]], [[Philippines]]
* [[Blake Koch]], NASCAR driver
* [[Blake Koch]], NASCAR driver
*[[Lisa McClain]], Representative of [[Michigan's 9th congressional district]]
*[[Lisa McClain]], Representative of [[Michigan's 9th congressional district]]
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*[[Deborah Renshaw]], NASCAR driver<ref name="WomenInRacing">{{cite web |title=Deborah Renshaw |url=http://www.womeninracing.org/archives/renshaw.html |website=Women In Racing |access-date=April 10, 2022}}</ref>
*[[Deborah Renshaw]], NASCAR driver<ref name="WomenInRacing">{{cite web |title=Deborah Renshaw |url=http://www.womeninracing.org/archives/renshaw.html |website=Women In Racing |access-date=April 10, 2022}}</ref>
*[[Jim Stamas]], businessman and politician
*[[Jim Stamas]], businessman and politician
* [[Chris Wilson (gridiron football)|Chris Wilson]], [[Washington Redskins]] defensive end<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.nfl.com/player/chriswilson/2507022/profile|title=Chris Wilson|website=NFL.com|language=en|access-date=2018-08-27}}</ref>
* [[Chris Wilson (gridiron football)|Chris Wilson]], [[National Football League|NFL]] defensive end<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.nfl.com/player/chriswilson/2507022/profile|title=Chris Wilson|website=NFL.com|language=en|access-date=2018-08-27}}</ref>
* [[Ernie Zeigler]], [[college basketball]] coach
* [[Ernie Zeigler]], [[college basketball]] coach


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Latest revision as of 03:24, 16 September 2024

Northwood University
Northwood Logo, fiftieth anniversary
Former names
Northwood Institute
(1959–1993)
TypePrivate university
Established1959; 65 years ago (1959)
FounderArthur Turner, Gary Stauffer
AccreditationHLC
Endowment$90.0 million (2020) As of June 30, 2020 [1]
ChairmanJennifer Panning
PresidentKent MacDonald[2]
Undergraduates2,116 (Fall 2021)[3]
Postgraduates306 (Fall 2021)
Location
Midland, Michigan
,
U.S.
CampusSuburban, 90 acres (36 ha)
ColorsNU Dark Blue & NU Light Blue
   
NicknameTimberwolves
Sporting affiliations
NCAA Division II – G-MAC
Mascot"Woody" Timberwolf
Websitewww.northwood.edu

Northwood University (NU) is a private university focused on business education with its main campus in Midland, Michigan, United States. Opened in 1959, more than 33,000 people have graduated from the institution.[4]

History

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Northwood University opened as Northwood Institute in 1959 by Arthur E. Turner and R. Gary Stauffer. One hundred students enrolled at the new school, which was initially located in a 19th-century mansion in Alma, Michigan. Northwood Institute moved to Midland, Michigan, in 1961.[5]

The Jesuits operated a seminary known as West Baden College at the former West Baden Springs Hotel, in Orange County, Indiana, from 1934 until June 1964, when declining enrollment forced the closure of the facility. They sold the property to a Michigan couple, who in turn donated it to Northwood Institute, which operated a satellite campus of their business management school, Northwood University-West Baden, under the dome on the property from 1966 until 1983, when it was closed.[6] During the same time frame during which the Indiana campus was opened, a Northwood facility was also established in Texas.

Midland's Church Family Administration building

In 1982, David E. Fry became president of the school. The Florida residential campus was added and the academic curricula was expanded. The school was accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.[7]

In 1993, the name was changed from Northwood Institute to Northwood University and The DeVos Graduate School of Management was created. A joint program with the Hotel Institute Montreux was established in 2001 to combine Swiss hospitality traditions with American management practices. The school, located in Montreux, Switzerland was Northwood University's first international venture. University College program centers were expanded for a total of 40 locations in eight states and program centers were begun in Bahrain, China, Sri Lanka, and Switzerland.

In October 2007, Keith A. Pretty was named Northwood's third President and CEO. Kent MacDonald became president in 2019.[2]

In 2014, Northwood announced that it would close its residential operations at its Texas location, while continuing to expand its adult degree program and graduate program there.[8] A year later in 2015, the university sold its Florida location to Keiser University.[9]

Academics

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Northwood focuses on business education. Its most popular undergraduate majors, based on 2021 graduates (including by distance learning), were:[10]

Business Administration and Management (343)
Accounting (108)
Marketing/Marketing Management (79)
Vehicle & Vehicle Parts & Accessories Marketing Operations (47)
Finance (39)
Management Science (24)
Sport & Fitness Administration/Management (22)

Athletics

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Current campuses

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Michigan Timberwolves

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Main article: Northwood Timberwolves
Hantz Stadium in Midland

The athletic teams of Northwood University's Michigan (main) campus are called the Timberwolves. The campus is a member of the NCAA Division II ranks, primarily competing in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) since the 2022–23 academic year. The Timberwolves previously competed in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) from 1972–73 to 1986–87, and again from 1992–93 to 2021–22.

Northwood competes in 16 varsity sports: Men's sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, tennis, and track & field; while women's sports include basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track & field, and volleyball. Club sports include men's ice hockey.

On April 29, 2021, Northwood announced that it will leave the GLIAC to join the G-MAC in July 2022.[11]

Former campuses

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Texas Knights

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The athletic teams of Northwood University's Texas campus were called the Knights. The campus was located in Cedar Hill, Texas, and was a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA); primarily competing in the Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) for the 2013–14 academic year. They also competed in the Red River Athletic Conference (RRAC) from 1998–99 to 2012–13.

Northwood University–Texas competed in 13 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports included football, baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, and track & field; while women's sports included basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, and track & field.

Florida Seahawks

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The athletic teams of Northwood University's Florida campus were called the Seahawks. The campus was located in West Palm Beach, Florida, and was a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA); primarily competing in the Sun Conference (formerly known as the Florida Sun Conference (FSC) until after the 2007–08 school year) from 1994–95 to 2014–15.

Northwood University–Florida competed in 12 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports included baseball, basketball, golf, soccer, and tennis; while women's sports included basketball, cheerleading, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball.

Notable alumni

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Candice Miller
Lisa McClain
Dick DeVos

References

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  1. ^ U.S. and Canadian Institutions Listed by Fiscal Year 2020 Endowment Market Value and Change in Endowment Market Value from FY19 to FY20 (Report). National Association of College and University Business Officers and TIAA. February 19, 2021. Retrieved February 20, 2021.
  2. ^ a b Beacom, Ron; News, for the Daily (August 24, 2019). "Meet Northwood University's new president". Midland Daily News. {{cite web}}: |last2= has generic name (help)
  3. ^ http://www.northwood.edu/about/fast-facts.aspx%7Caccess-date[permanent dead link‍] = August 12, 2015
  4. ^ Northwood University: About Us-History
  5. ^ Peterson's Four-Year Coilleges by Thomson Peterson, page 2101-2104, Northwood University
  6. ^ French Lick Resort website: History-West Baden Springs Hotel
  7. ^ Higher Learning Commission
  8. ^ Wirtz, Ralph (March 5, 2014). "Northwood closing residential operations in Texas". Midland Daily News. Retrieved March 29, 2014.
  9. ^ Keiser University to take over Northwood University's West Palm Beach campus
  10. ^ "Northwood University". nces.ed.gov. U.S. Dept of Education. Retrieved January 21, 2023.
  11. ^ "Northwood University Athletics Changing Conference Affiliation". Richland Source. April 29, 2021. Retrieved April 29, 2021.
  12. ^ "Driver Robb Brent Career Statistics - Racing-Reference.info". Racing Reference. Retrieved August 27, 2018.
  13. ^ "ARCA Racing Series Driver - Robb Brent 36 - Driver Information". Robbbrent Racing.com. Retrieved August 27, 2018.
  14. ^ "Mound Visit with Rob Childress". InsidePitching.com. Retrieved May 15, 2016.
  15. ^ "Outstanding Business Leaders Archives". Northwood University. Retrieved February 18, 2015.
  16. ^ "Dan DeVos". Northwood.edu.
  17. ^ "Full Biography". Congresswoman Candice Miller. Archived from the original on May 7, 2016. Retrieved May 15, 2016.
  18. ^ "Jerry Pettway Stats | Basketball-Reference.com". Basketball-Reference.com. Retrieved August 27, 2018.
  19. ^ "Deborah Renshaw". Women In Racing. Retrieved April 10, 2022.
  20. ^ "Chris Wilson". NFL.com. Retrieved August 27, 2018.
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